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Bayfield County Wild
by Bayfield County Tourism
Located at the top of Wisconsin, Bayfield County is considered the wild side of the Dairy State. It’s a place of majestic beauty, where heart thumping adventures and peaceful tranquility seamlessly weave into an outdoor paradise.
Episodes
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Episode 34: Winter Fat Biking with John Murphy and Joe Groshek
John Murphy and Joe Groshek are avid fat bikers and are dedicated to creating and maintaining fat bike trails in our area. Joe says fat biking is very different than mountain biking. For one, the tires are more than four inches wide, compared to less than three inches on mountain bikes. You can...
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Episode 33: A-MAZE-ING FUN
October is the perfect time for family fun and corn mazes. Bayfield County has two very popular corn mazes: one in Oulu and the other at White River Ag in Mason, Wis. The Oulu Corn Maze has been around many years. Each year, the owners come up with a new design to make it more interesting for...
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Episode 32: Exploring the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest
With travel restrictions in place to help stop the spread of the COVID 19 virus, Co-hosts Nancy Christopher and Mary Motiff, Director of Bayfield County Tourism, are doing their part to keep their distance. This is a slightly edited version of a previous episode. They talked with Jennifer…
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Episode 31: Relaxation and Spa Serenity
No matter what time of year, Bayfield County is a great place to relax, rejuvenate and reconnect with nature. On this episode, Mary Motiff talks about what makes Bayfield County a great place to get away from it all. Half a million acres of public land offer an abundance of ways to recreate...
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Episode 30: Ice Fishing and Ice Caves
On this episode of Bayfield County Wild, we talk to the area’s foremost authority on ice fishing and why Bayfield County is ideal for this popular pastime. Plus, will there be access to the famous ice caves on frozen Lake Superior this year? Our guest from the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore...
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Episode 29: Winter Trails and Sled Dog Racing
If you love snow, this is a great time to be in Bayfield County! With more than 30-inches of the white stuff falling overnight in December followed by numerous other storms, the Nordic ski trail systems are packed and groomed for outstanding skiing and snowshoeing. We chat with the new operations...
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Episode 28: Hit the Trails, then Relax with a Local Brew
We are having “snow” much fun this episode as Director of Tourism Mary Motiff gets us ready for our favorite winter activities in Bayfield County. Owner and Brew master Bo Belanger shares what he calls his “living room” vibe at the South Shore Brewery, and Mary reveals some of Santa’s hang outs,...
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Episode 27: Culinary Experiences to Savor in Bayfield County
You can learn a lot about a community’s local culture at its eateries. On this episode, Director of Tourism, Mary Motiff, shares some of the food experiences to savor in Bayfield County and takes us to the Old Rittenhouse Inn to find out about a local, holiday tradition that has been bringing the...
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Episode 26: Experiential Dining in Delta and Amazing Corn Mazes
Pumpkin farms and cornfields are the perfect backdrop for the ever-more popular corn mazes. Director of Tourism Mary Motiff tells us about two in Bayfield County, plus takes us to the Delta Diner. Located almost literally in the middle of nowhere, the perfectly restored diner has not only earned…
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Episode 25: Cideries & Orchards
September is a wonderful time to be in Bayfield County. The farmers are getting ready for what is expected to be a great apple harvest. New in the County are the hard cideries that can be found in the hills surrounding Bayfield. Director of Tourism Mary Motiff talks about the different types of...
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Episode 24: Local Fare and the Bayfield County Fair
From the farm or the lake to your home or restaurant, Bayfield County serves up some of the best fresh, locally sourced food in the state. In this episode, we talk about the area’s farm-fresh goodness, what’s in season right now, the best fish to catch on Lake Superior, and some of local...
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Episode 23: Hiking and the Red Cliff Pow Wow
Hiking is one of the most popular activities in Bayfield County. Mary Motiff, Director of Bayfield County Tourism talks about why hiking is so popular here and tells us about the new hiking brochure to help plan your hiking adventures. Plus, our guests Marvin Defoe and Richard LeFernier give us a...
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Episode 22: Sailing and Golfing in Bayfield County
On this episode of Bayfield County Wild, Director of Tourism Mary Motiff talks about the things people can see sailing around the Apostle Islands and the many ways you can charter a sailing adventure of your own, regardless of your experience. Then, Co-host Nancy Christopher chats with Tim...
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Episode 21: Bayfield County Wild Talks Natural History with Emily Stone
On this episode of Bayfield County Wild, Tourism Director Mary Motiff talks about the rich history that’s been preserved in Bayfield County with more museums per capita than most of the country and 22 sites on the National Registry of Historic Places. Co-host Nancy Christopher learns what a...
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Episode 20: Waterfalls and Warblers
Director of Bayfield County Tourism Mary Motiff describes the tallest and most picturesque waterfalls and introduces the new brochure that includes maps and descriptions of the waterfalls. Plus, Co-host Nancy Christopher talks with Ryan Brady, a conservation biologist, about birding and why it’s…
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Episode 19: Brews and Broods in Bayfield County
Wineries, craft brew and distilleries are becoming so popular in our county, we’ve created a whole new category in our Visitor Guide. Join us on this episode for a look at some of the unique tours and tastings you can experience at the Top of Wisconsin. We’ll also chat with Carey Edwards from the...
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Episode 18: Bayfield County Wild Talks with Dede Eckels of Eckels Pottery and Fine Craft Gallery
If you plan to camp in Bayfield County this summer, now is the time to start your research. On this episode of Bayfield County Wild, Director of Bayfield County Tourism, Mary Motiff, gives listeners all the tools to start researching Bayfield County’s 30-plus campgrounds. Co-host Nancy…
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Episode 17: Bayfield County Wild Talks with Fat Bike Enthusiasts John Murphy and Joe Groshek
Welcome to the New Year! On this episode of Bayfield County Wild, Director of Bayfield County Tourism Mary Motiff shares her recommendations for getting fit…the Bayfield County way… with her Co-host Nancy Christopher. John Murphy and Joe Groshek, two avid fat bikers and silent sports advocates,...
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Episode 16: Bayfield County Wild Talks with Sue Vojacek of Oulu Glass
On this episode of Bayfield County Wild, Nancy Christopher talks with co-host and Director of Bayfield County Tourism, Mary Motiff, about holiday shopping and where to go for unique gift ideas. Our special guest Sue Vojacek, owns a family-run business called Oulu Glass Gallery and is inviting...
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Episode 15: Bayfield County Wild Talks with Jennifer Maziasz of the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest
Co-hosts Nancy Christopher and Mary Motiff, Director of Bayfield County Tourism, talk with Jennifer Mazias of the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest about all the ways to explore and enjoy the ½ million acres of public lands and waterways in Bayfield County. Jen highlights top recreation areas…
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Episode 14: Bayfield County Wild Talks with Jim Hauser of Hauser's Superior View Farm
On this episode of Bayfield County Wild, co-hosts Nancy Christopher and Mary Motiff, Director of Bayfield County Tourism, welcome the fall season by detailing all the exciting seasonal events in Bayfield County. Our special guest is Jim Hauser of Hauser’s Superior View Farm who joins us to talk...
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Episode 13: September Celebrations
On the one-year anniversary of Bayfield County Wild, Co-hosts Nancy Christopher and Mary Motiff, director of Bayfield County Tourism, have some fun with Mary Grant, the owner of the Keeper of the Light Gift Shop and coordinator for the Annual Apostle Islands Lighthouse Celebration. It’s also the...
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Episode 12: Bayfield County Wild Talks with Jack Martinsen, Pine Point Lodge
Co-hosts Nancy Christopher and Mary Motiff, director of Bayfield County Tourism, talk to the owner of one of Bayfield County’s oldest lakeside resorts, the Pine Point Lodge, near Iron River. Jack Martinsen is keeping the lakeside resort tradition alive with family fun, water activities and plenty...
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Episode 11: Bayfield County Wild Talks with Fred Erickson of Erickson's Orchard
On this episode of Bayfield County Wild, Co-hosts Nancy Christopher and Mary Motiff, director of Bayfield County Tourism, speak with Fred Erickson, the third generation owner of Erickson’s Orchard, one of the area’s oldest and largest apple orchards and berry farms. They discuss the history of...
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Episode 10: Bayfield County Wild Talks with Kevin Schram about Backpacking Wisconsin's Portion of the North Country Trail
On this episode of Bayfield County Wild Co-hosts Nancy Christopher and Mary Motiff, director of Bayfield County Tourism, speak with Kevin Schram, president of the Chequamegon Chapter of the North Country Trail Association. They discuss how Kevin’s subchapter handles the maintenance and promotion…
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Episode 9: Bayfield County Wild Talks with Phillip Anich from Big Top Chautauqua
On this episode of Bayfield County Wild Co-hosts Nancy Christopher and Mary Motiff, director of Bayfield County Tourism, speak with Phillip Anich, Operations Manager at Big Top Chautauqua, the largest music venue in Bayfield County. They discuss the Big Top’s history and summer schedule, as well…
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Episode 8: Bayfield County Wild Talks with Neil Howk of the Chequamegon Audubon Society
On this episode of Bayfield County Wild Co-hosts Nancy Christopher and Mary Motiff, director of Bayfield County Tourism, speak with Neil Howk, a park ranger and interpreter for the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore and president of the Chequamegon Audubon Society. They discuss the upcoming 12th...
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Episode 7: Bayfield County Wild Talks with Chad Abel About The First Tribal National Park
On this episode of Bayfield County Wild, as Co-hosts Nancy Christopher and Mary Motiff, director of Bayfield County Tourism, speak with Chad Abel, Division Administrator of Natural Resources for the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa. They discuss the first tribal national park in the...
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Episode 6: Bayfield County Wild Talks with Ron Bergin of Cross Country Skier Magazine
Hit the trails in this episode of Bayfield County Wild, as Co-hosts Nancy Christopher and Mary Motiff, director of Bayfield County Tourism, talk to Ron Bergin, publisher and editor of Cross Country Skier Magazine and an outdoor sports enthusiast, about Bayfield County’s highly-rated trail system...
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Episode 5: Bayfield County Wild Talks with P.C. Rasmussen, of Lakewoods Resort
In this episode of Bayfield County Wild, host Nancy Christopher talks with Mary Motiff, Bayfield County’s Director of Tourism, and P.C. Rasmussen, General Manager of Lakewoods Resort, about the abundance of winter fun at the resort and what else Bayfield County has in store this winter.
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Episode 4: Bayfield County Wild Talks With John Thiel, Co-Owner of Howl Adventure Center
In this episode, host Nancy Christopher will talk with Mary Motiff, Bayfield County’s Director of Tourism, and John Thiel, co-owner of Howl Adventure Center, about winter fun and dog sledding.
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Episode 2: Bayfield County Wild Talks with Jon Hamilton of White Winter Winery
In this episode, host Nancy Christopher will talk with Mary Motiff, Bayfield County’s Director of Tourism, and Jeff Hamilton, of White Winter Winery, to learn about the many divine beverages White Winter has to offer, as well as local agritourism. Additionally, we will highlight the upcoming...
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Episode 1: Mary Motiff Chats with Mike Garnich of Good Earth Outfitters
In today’s episode, we will be talking with Mary Motiff, Bayfield County’s Director of Tourism, and Mike Garnich of Good Earth Outfitters to explore some of the area’s breathtaking natural wonders.
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Located at the top of Wisconsin, Bayfield County is considered the wild side of the Dairy State. It’s a place of majestic beauty, where heart thumping adventures and peaceful tranquility seamlessly weave into an outdoor paradise.
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